HERCULES WITH SANTORINI
Athens, Delphi, Olympia, Meteora, Day Cruise to the Saronic islands and Santorini
Guaranteed departures every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from November to March and daily (except Tuesdays and Wednesdays) from April to October.
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What is included in this package
- 4-night Accommodation in Athens.
- 2-night Accommodation in Santorini.
- Classical Tour with Half Board.
- 1-night Accommodation in Olympia in 3* or 4* hotels.
- 1-night Accommodation in Delphi in 3* or 4* hotels.
- 1-night Accommodation in Kalambaka in 3* or 4* hotels.
- Half-day sightseeing tour in Athens with an official English-speaking guide.
- Visit to the Acropolis Museum with an official English-speaking guide.
- Guided evening walking tour through Monastiraki, Plaka and Anafiotika.
- Entrance fees to the archaeological sites as per description.
- Day-cruise to the islands of the Saronic Gulf with lunch.
- Ferry tickets with numbered seats Piraeus - Santorini.
- Air ticket Santorini - Athens.
- All transfers as mentioned in this itinerary.
- 24/7 Emergency Phone Line.
- Daily breakfast.
Not included & Optionals
- Gratuities (optional) & personal expenses.
- International air tickets.
- Optional: Full Board during the Classical Tour.
- Optional: Half-day Sailing Cruise in Santorini.
- Add extra nights in Athens by clicking on "Customize your Program" or in step 1 of the reservation.
- Click on the FAQs for more information on hotels and rates.
- 10% discount for groups of 10 travelers or more.
Important Notes
Free upgrade to 4-star accommodation in all destinations of the 4 day/3 night Classic tour during the winter season, between November and March.
The included Athens visit between November and March will be replaced by our 48-hour Tourist Bus ticket.
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Package Tour Itinerary: Hercules With Santorini
Upon your arrival in the mythical city of Athens, you will be greeted with a seamless transfer to your hotel in one of our vehicles, where your professional and friendly English-speaking driver will ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the journey.
Later in the afternoon, at an agreed time, our representative will meet you at the hotel to provide all the essential details of your trip. They will also offer a captivating presentation of the city, sharing insights into its everyday way of life. This is an excellent opportunity for you to ask any questions and have any doubts dispelled, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience throughout the rest of your trip.
You will have the remainder of the day free to relax and explore Athens at your own pace, taking in the sights, sounds, and flavors of this remarkable city.
Greca Tip: Extend your stay by adding more nights during Step 1 of 3 of your reservation!
After your breakfast and at the agreed time, you will commence the panoramic tour of the Athenian Neoclassical Center: the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the University, the Library, and National Academy, the Ilion Palace, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Gate, the Panathenaic Stadium, and many other monuments and sites of great interest. You will learn all there is to know about their history and background from the licensed English-speaking Tour Guide accompanying you on this tour.
Your next stop will be the "sacred rock", the spectacular, unique and magnificent Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. The entrance fee to both sites is included. At the end of the visit, you can either choose to return to your hotel or set out on your own adventure through the charming and picturesque streets of Plaka.
In the evening, we have included a guided walking tour that will take you through the prettiest districts of the capital, such as Anafiotika, Thissio, Monastiraki, and Plaka.
Greca Tip: In Plaka look for something alluring, like ceramics, musical instruments, handmade jewelry to specialty food shops stacked high with olives and spices.
Today you will head towards the Corinth Canal, where you will stop briefly to take some photos and marvel at this famous channel that connects the Aegean Sea with the Gulf of Corinth. With this impressive engineering feat, ships do not have to circumnavigate the Peloponnese peninsula for more than 400 km in order to reach the Ionian Sea.
You will continue your journey until you reach the Theater of Epidaurus, worldwide famous for its acoustics and still in use today for a number of performances, especially in the summer. You will also spend time at the museum of Asclepius, father of modern medicine, and then travel to the city of Mycenae, where you will visit the prehistoric Acropolis, the Lions Gate and the tomb of "Agamemnon". In the afternoon you will travel across central Peloponnese and arrive in the city of Olympia in the early evening, where you will check in at your hotel, have dinner and rest.
Greca Tip: Stroll through the Old Town of Nafplio, its narrow cobblestoned alleys with the Bougainvillea trees adorning yards and balconies and choose “komboloyia” (a circular chain with beads made of amber) as a nice gift to yourself or friends.
In the morning you will visit the site of the ancient Olympic stadium, where the first games were held at around 776 BC. The importance of these games was widely accepted, given the extensive participation of the Greek cities, which suspended hostilities throughout the celebrations. The Olympiad was recognized as the only chronological event all over Greece and, basically, represented the period of four years between two consecutive events.
Olympia was also the most important sanctuary of Ancient Greece, a place to worship Zeus, the first among the gods. The gigantic gold and ivory sculpture crafted by Phidias was considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
After your visit to the Museum of Olympia, you will continue your journey, across the suspension bridge of Rio - Antirion, a modern engineering wonder, until you reach your destination.
Upon your arrival at Delphi you will have dinner and a well-deserved rest.
Greca Tip: In the evening you can go in search of the traditional character of nearby Arachova and enjoy a drink in a stylish café or a local kafeneio (coffee shop).
In the morning, and after your breakfast, you will visit the archaeological site of Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the center or 'navel' of the ancient world. It was here where the renowned Oracle of Delphi, a counsellor of kings and pilgrims, was to be found. Make sure you visit the Museum, which houses the "Bronze Charioteer", a masterpiece of Greek sculpture.
At the end of your Delphi tour, you will descend the slopes of Mount Parnassus and head towards the plains of Thessaly, where the city of Kalambaka is located.
You will arrive in the town of Kalambaka, have dinner and enjoy a good rest.
Greca Tip: You may also use your free time to visit the Temple of Athena Pronaia at Delphi.
Early in the morning you will visit Meteora, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988. In this mysterious landscape, the natural beauty is combined with the compelling presence of the eternal monasteries suspended or "meteora" on top of the huge rocks. Currently there are only six in use, five for the male and one for the female monastic community.
On the way back to Athens, you will briefly stop at Thermopylae, where you can see the statue of the Spartan King Leonidas, famous for leading the battle against the Persians in 480 BC. In the late afternoon you will arrive in Athens, where we will drop you off at your hotel.
Dress code to the Monasteries: Sleeveless clothing and shorts above the knee are not allowed. Skirts, shawls and trousers are available at the entrance of the Monasteries in case visitors do not have such clothing to cover themselves with.
Greca Tip: Take a stroll in Kalambaka's old town and look for handmade wood carved objects and religious icons as well as home-made sausages, honey, fruit sweets and jams, and the regional pudding (“spatoula”) or “halva” for a sweet aftertaste.
Early in the morning, you will be transferred to the port to commence the full day Cruise to 3 of the most beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf. Aegina is famous for its variety of pistachios, Poros for its scenic beauty and Hydra, the greenest of these islands, for its elegant stone mansions, serene atmosphere and vehicle free roads. While on board the cruise ship, you will also enjoy lunch in the accompaniment of traditional Greek music and dance.
At the end of the day you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel.
Greca Tip: You can look for Aegina's famous pistachio nuts, Poros's high-quality honey and Hydra's almond sweets, amygdalota.
Early in the morning, one of our private vehicles will be waiting for you to transfer you to the port of Piraeus where you will board the ferry to the island which is an inexhaustible source of inspiration: Santorini.
Approaching the island by ferry you will be amazed by the imposing sight of the town of Fira, with its white houses overhanging the cliff and overlooking the volcano.
Upon your arrival to the island, one of our English speaking representatives will be waiting for you at the port to welcome you, transfer you to your hotel and offer a first-hand account of some of the notable characteristics of this picturesque island.
The rest of the day is free to enjoy it as you please: walk in the scenic alleys during daytime, while at night immerse yourself in the island's big party scene.
Greca Tip: Find a nice spot and watch one of the most ravishing sunsets in the world.
Free day for you to explore at your own pace this magical island, considered to be the lost continent of Atlantis. The name of the island was given by the Venetian Giacomo Barozzi owing to the presence of a chapel dedicated to Saint Eirini. His descendants remained until 1576, when it became part of the Duchy of Naxos and until the Turkish conquest by Piyale Pasha.
Greca Tip: We also recommend hiring a car in order to find out more about this island, taste its wine and its excellent local cuisine.
As the time arrives, we will transfer you to Santorini Airport for your return flight to Athens. Rest assured that your arrival at the airport will align conveniently with your international flight, ideally scheduled for departure after 12:30 PM.
It has been a pleasure hosting you during these wonderful days with Greca, and we eagerly look forward to welcoming you back in the future to create more extraordinary moments that will forever hold a special place in your heart.
Wishing you a pleasant journey! Or as the Greeks say, "Kalo taksidi!"
If you wish to extend your stay in Santorini, feel free to add more nights during the reservation process.
Greca Tip: Consider purchasing the classic Assyrtiko wine or the sweet Vinsanto from Santorini. You can find them at local shops or take advantage of the duty-free selection at Athens Airport, which offers a delightful array of Greek wines and spirits.
